Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei

River had already started to notice something-Serenity was just waiting to see when he'd finally break the ice.

She wanted to stay in Eaglioncile with the kids for the summer, just to watch how River's story unfolded.

Of course, that was just wishful thinking. In ten days, she'd be heading back. On one hand, she had her own businesses to run. Tania had handed over the

York family's household matters to her, so she was now in charge of both her own affairs and the various smaller businesses under the York name.

The York family owned several properties that brought in rental income. Serenity didn't go out and collect the rent herself, but she had to handle the books. Her plate was full.

Another reason she had to return soon was Zachary. He didn't want her staying in Eaglioncile that long. He told her to take the kids for a week, have fun, and then come back.

She had to persuade Zachary

agreed to cover for her business-wise-no problem there. The issue was that he'd be stuck alone in an empty house. And for a man who loved his wife more than life itself, not seeing her for ten days was unbearable. He also joked that their

to laugh or cry-Zachary was even jealous of his own

dearly. He was just stricter with him. Their daughter, on the other hand, was the apple of his eye. He

if he didn't take over the family business, he should be strong enough to support

myself!" the old lady said with excitement. "When you have time, invite Romina out for dinner or

show us around and take us to try

didn't want to trouble her, but we did exchange numbers. When I have time, I'll

then told the old lady more

slapped and still found a way to rely on her. That girl from the Lafond family clearly isn't as

isn't the kind to just let